Salmon baked with tomatoes and basil
4 servings
60 minutes
Baked salmon with tomatoes and basil is a delightful dish that embodies the spirit of Mediterranean cuisine. Salmon, rich in delicate flavor and healthy fatty acids, pairs with the aromatic tang of tomatoes, the freshness of basil, and the spicy notes of garlic. Light baking in olive oil and balsamic vinegar reveals depth of flavors, making the fish tender and juicy. The added parmesan gives the dish a pleasant creamy texture and a hint of saltiness. This dish is perfect for both a romantic dinner and a festive feast, offering a sense of coziness and sophistication. In Italy, similar recipes are often prepared in seaside village homes, enjoying the freshness of ingredients and simplicity of preparation.
1
Slice the tomatoes into rounds, season with salt and pepper.
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Ground white pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
2
Heat olive oil in a pan. Finely chop the garlic and add it to the pan.
- Olive oil: to taste
- Garlic: 2 cloves
3
Add marjoram and remove the pan from the heat.
- Dried marjoram: to taste
4
Pour aromatic oil over the tomatoes.
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
5
Pour in the balsamic vinegar and mix.
- White balsamic vinegar: 1 teaspoon
6
Cut the salmon into cubes, season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Salmon: 700 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground white pepper: to taste
7
Place basil leaves in a bowl with tomatoes.
- Basil leaves: 0.5 bunch
8
Place pieces of salmon here, drizzle with lemon juice, and mix.
- Salmon: 700 g
- Lemon juice: to taste
9
Place the fish with tomatoes and basil in fireproof dishes.
- Salmon: 700 g
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Basil leaves: 0.5 bunch
10
Place the molds in the oven and bake at 200 degrees for 20 minutes until ready.
11
Sprinkle the fish and vegetables with grated Parmesan 5 minutes before they are done.
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g